What We Do

Oxfam America Advocacy Fund influences legislators and educates the US public on issues pertaining to poverty with a focus on trade and humanitarian needs. We accomplish this through lobbying of legislators in Washington, DC, and by mobilizing the general public on pressing matters affecting the poor.

Issues we work on include:

Aid Reform

US foreign aid has saved millions of lives and helped millions more overcome poverty. Yet foreign aid is still under-performing and often fails to reach the people who need it most. Oxfam America is seeking reform of US foreign aid to make it more efficient, more modern, and more focused on ending global poverty.

Learn more about Oxfam America's work on aid reform

Climate Change

From floods in Bangladesh to droughts in Kenya, glacier melts in Peru to hurricanes in the Caribbean, poor countries are already suffering from the effects of climate change. Oxfam America is undertaking a campaign to address the disproportionate impacts of global warming by creating equitable solutions to the crisis. We are asking that the US cut greenhouse gas emissions, and provide financial assistance so that the most vulnerable communities can adapt.

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Humanitarian Response

When disaster strikes, Oxfam's worldwide network of partners is already on the scene, providing emergency assistance. Once the immediate danger has passed, Oxfam seeks out the root causes of crises and works to bring about lasting change.

Learn more about Oxfam America's work in Darfur

Right to Know, Right to Decide

Too often, poor communities have no say in the extraction of resources from their land, and receive little information about these projects. Oxfam America is undertaking a new campaign calling on oil, gas, and mining companies to respect the right of communities to participate meaningfully in decision-making and to disclose the money they pay to foreign governments. This information is crucial to ensuring that governments use these funds to reduce poverty and protect human rights.

Learn more about Oxfam America's work on oil, gas, and mining

You can help Oxfam spread the word about the causes of poverty. Join our OAAF eCommunity or learn more about Oxfam America Advocacy Fund's campaigns and take action today.